"Whether it is to the liking of the majority of the Filipinos, or maybe they find me obnoxious for allowing it, that is the law. And I'm sorry to say that we have to enforce the law," the President said.

Asked if he would attend the ceremonies, the President said – he might, if he is "in good health and there is no pressing matter to attend to."

Duterte said there is no final date yet for Marcos' burial.

The President also promised to allow protest activities in connection to Marcos' burial – so long as protesters will properly coordinate with authorities before they stage their demonstrations on streets.

As for a petition filed at the Supreme Court, asking for a restraining order against Marcos' burial at the LNMB, Duterte said he would not want to preempt the decision of the Court – but would readily follow its ruling.